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 Abel Super 5 Large Arbor Fly Reel Deep Blue NIB  US $400.00
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 G Loomis White Long Sleeve Fishing Flag T Shirt Medium US $11.00
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 G Loomis Shield Tee SHIRT Dark Blue Medium US $9.95
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 G Loomis Shield Tee SHIRT Dark Blue Small US $9.95
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 G Loomis Shield Tee SHIRT Gray Medium US $9.95
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 G Loomis Varsity Medium Tee Shirt Medium US $11.95
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 Abel Super 9 Peacock Bass US $550.00
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 NEW Sage Bass fly fishing line WF 330GR F US $23.95
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 NEW Jim Teeny Professional Pat Ehlers Bass Trout Fishing Line 7 weight US $19.95
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 Greys GRXi Fly Line WF 8 F Peach US $14.95
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 ABEL PT5 FLY FISHING REEL NEVER USED US $213.03
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 Abel Super 2 Fly Reel Large Arbor Platinum NIB US $375.00
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 Abel Super 6 Fly Reel Large Arbor Black NIB US $400.00
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 Abel Super 12 Large Arbor Fly Reel Matte Black NIB US $575.00
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 Abel Super 6 Fly Reel Large Arbor Deep Green NIB US $430.00
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 Abel Super 4 Large Arbor Fly Reel Brook Trout NIB US $470.00
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 Abel Fly Reel Case Holds 10 reels US $46.00
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 ABEL 1 SUPER 4 FLY FISHING REEL Standard Arbor FOR 6 7 8 Weight US $355.00
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 Orvis Fly Fishing Case or Bag US $7.50
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 BW Sports Fly Fishing Case or Bag US $3.00
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 ABEL SUPER 11 FLY FISHING REEL LARGE ARBOR Custom Finish 10 11 12 weight US $600.00
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 Abel Super 7 Fly Fishing Reel US $162.50
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 ABEL 2 PLIERS W Sheath US $50.00
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 Minn Kota Sticker Decal for fishing US $5.99
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 ABEL two tone blue camo Super 14 fly fishing reel Excellent Condition US $595.00
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 ABEL FLY FISHING REEL BRIEF CASE CARRIER HOLD 10 REELS US $95.00
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 Brand New ABEL Nippers in SLATE US $50.00
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 Abel Fly Fishing Case or Bag US $207.50
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 Brand New ABEL Nippers in BRONZE US $50.00
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 NEW ABEL LANYARD SALELK US $25.00
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 Brand New ABEL Nippers in DEEP GREEN US $50.00
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 NEW ABEL NIPPERS in BONEFISHSALELK US $90.00
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 Anti Reverse Mooching Fly Reel US $125.00
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 Fly Fishing Decal Sticker COOL Check it out US $3.99
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 Abel Fly Reel Super Nipper Clipper Cutter GREAT NEW US $60.00
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Water Gardens and Pools to Beautify your Landscape
Water gardens or garden pools have become a popular part of landscape architecture in the United States. Water gardens are visually soothing and seem to connect people to the natural aquatic world. The esthetic value of water gardens is enhanced by the almost endless variety of design and planting options that make each one a unique and personal creation.
The location of the water garden is critical to its ecology and maintenance, as well as to your enjoyment of it. Sunlight is needed for plant photosynthesis. Plants are important to the water garden's ecology because they produce oxygen, remove and recycle nutrients, and provide shade and hiding places for fish and other inhabitants. A water garden should be situated to receive at least 6 hours of sunlight each day.
However, direct sun at mid-day during the warmest months can cause shallow pools to overheat. Locating the water garden so that it can be viewed from the house will increase your enjoyment and allow you to supervise it. Be sure to control access to the water garden to ensure the safety of children. A good view of the water garden will also help you spot unwanted visitors such as predators.
Water gardens should not be located over utility services. Check with utility companies for the location of underground lines. Water gardens should not be located directly under trees because roots hamper excavation and may cause structural damage later.Also leaves foul the water and over-hanging branches may exude toxic substances into the water garden.
The depth of a water garden depends on design, local climate, and over-wintering strategies. Many year-round outdoor water gardens have a section at least 3 or 4 feet deep that does not freeze in the winter and gives fish a cool retreat during hot weather. Large koi carp, in particular, tend to lose color and become stressed if they do not have a cool place to stay during hot weather.
Construction of a water garden can be simple or complex. Water gardens built of fiberglass or concrete take considerable construction skill. Earthen and plasticliner pools require less construction skill or experience.
Many commercial firms selling water garden equipment offer consulting services on design, construction and maintenance. Use available expertise and your own creativity to design a water garden reflecting your imagination and taste.
Water gardens can be relatively expensive to build and maintain. Cost of construction varies with size and the materials used, but can range from a few hundred dollars to many thousands of dollars. Construction plans should be reviewed by local governmental agencies to ensure that the proposed pool complies with all building codes.
Water gardens may be irregular or geometric in shape. Irregularly shaped water gardens have a natural look, while the geometric shapes appear more formal. Before you start construction, try laying out possible water garden designs using a garden hose or rope.
Whether your water garden is a plastic tub or an aesthetic wonder, good water quality is essential. Poor quality water makes the water garden less attractive and can harm fish and plants. Once the basics of water quality are understood, maintenance will require a minimum of time.
The first consideration is a supply of good quality water to fill the pool. The most common sources are city water and well water. Surface water from a creek or pond is not recommended as it may contain contaminants, diseases and wild fish, any of which may harm the water garden's ecosystem. If city water is used it must be dechlorinated before adding fish and plants.
One common mistake is stocking too many fish. A water garden is suitable for fish only as long as it can supply adequate oxygen and decompose the wastes produced. The number of fish the water garden can support depends on factors such as the size of the water garden, size of the fish, temperature, amount of sunlight the water garden receives, whether or not aeration is provided, and how well the natural or rtificial filtration system removes wastes.
A water garden is a wonderful way to enjoy the natural beauty of aquatic plants and animals and gain a better understanding of the complexities of aquatic ecosystems. Designing the water garden and its surroundings is an outlet for creative expression and enables urban dwellers to add a serene, natural environment to their yards.
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Are all ABEL fly reels direct drive or do any of them have a drag system?
Their website isn't opening for me, or else I would look for myself.
Which models are D/D and which are Drag? I want to get into fly fishing and want a DAMN GOOD fly reel.
I'm not putting some piece of crap Cabela's brand name reel or a puh-flooger on a 9 foot thousand-dollar Sage rod.
I might use it for trout, I'm not a big trout fisherman though, but I will definitely be using it for bass.
Custom built/wrapped 5/6 weight 9 foot, four-piece Sage Z-Axis Series.
they have three sizes of anti-reverse models, but these start at 7, 8 weight. they do have abel's famous cork drag.
unless they made some changes since l worked there several years ago, the only models that DO NOT have a cork drag are the TR series and the clear creek series. these are palmed. they have a standard pawl drag. the others have the absolute BEST drag on the market. steve abel designed the drag for his reels and he actually did stop a buick (in gear, rolling) with one of his big game reels.
if you plan to fish mainly for trout, the TR light, TR1, TR2 or TR3, or the clear creek 1 or 2 would be the one for you (depending on line weight).
l made them for 5 years but even if l didn't, l would still say they are the very best in the world. if it is going to be knocked around, try to find one in the "guide finish". an extra hard anodizing process on these, but flat black.
